The story of the life and career of eccentric avant-garde comedian, Andy Kaufman.
Acting
Carrey's possession by Kaufman is genuinely unhinged.
Direction
Forman lets the uncomfortable moments breathe.
Practical Effects
Tony Clifton's live appearances blur reality completely.
Director
Miloš Forman
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Carrey stayed in character as Kaufman for the entire shoot, even when cameras stopped — crew had to address him as 'Andy' or 'Tony.'
The real Tony Clifton was banned from set after trying to fire Forman; Universal let it happen because Kaufman would've wanted the chaos.
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